Pets in Wilmington, NC

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This is the place to find out information about pet care services in Wilmington, NC, including pet boarding, grooming, photography, pet supplies, veterinarians and emergency pet care. Also check our Sports, Fitness and Parks section for local dog parks.

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Pet Friendly Accommodations

Pet Care Services

Animal Shelters-Adoption-Welfare Societies

New Hanover Humane Society, Inc.2405 N. 23rd St.
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 763-6692

Sometimes people and their pets just don’t work out and the pet needs to find a new home. When this occurs, the New Hanover Humane Society is there to help. Their pet adoption program has matched many humans and animals over the years, and the fee is reasonable. Just $70 gets...more about New Hanover Humane Society, Inc.

Boarding

MeadowSweet Pet Boarding & Grooming5523 Greenville Loop Rd.
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 791-6421

For more than 20 years, the folks at MeadowSweet have been caring for pets in their owners’ absence. Dogs, cats, birds, rabbits, ferrets and other pets are welcome at this 7.5-acre facility, which was developed with the family pet's safety and comfort in mind. Indoor/outdoor accommodations are available, as are condos...more about MeadowSweet Pet Boarding & Grooming

The Pet's Pal Inn3417 Merchant Ct.
Wilmington, NC 28405 • map(910) 452-2424

The Pet’s Pal Inn offers a variety of services for the comfort and care of your pet, such as soothing music in the kennel area, five large play areas and a small dog room where dogs less than 30 pounds are free to roam all day. Other services include bathing, grooming and nail trimming,...more about The Pet's Pal Inn

Grooming

Trulie Dogs16324 Hwy. 17
Hampstead, NC 28443 • map(910) 319-0711
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Hampstead dog lovers are howling about the new shop, Trulie Dogs. This boutique and specialty shop carries custom made outfits, leashes and collars, and hand-knit sweaters for your fashionable fur-baby. The shop also carries tons of dog toys, treats and gourmet cookies, dog strollers, shampoos and even doggy cologne. Trulie Dogs...more about Trulie Dogs

Give A Dog A Bone Play Spa4621 Market St.
Wilmington, NC 28405 • map(910) 392-0909

All day or just a few hours, whatever your dog care needs, you have plenty of choices at Give A Dog A Bone Play Spa. Day care hours are Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 7 PM, with nap times from noon to 2 PM. Rover can play and romp...more about Give A Dog A Bone Play Spa

K & K’s Pet Grooming5028-C Wrightsville Ave.
Wilmington, NC 28403 • map(910) 397-0050

Owner Kim Benton offers full-service animal grooming, including dental care, flea treatment, nail trimming and Furminator Shed-Less Treatment, for dogs and cats. K & K’s Pet Grooming is licensed to dip and accepts walk ins and appointments....more about K & K’s Pet Grooming

MeadowSweet Pet Boarding & Grooming5523 Greenville Loop Rd.
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 791-6421

PetSmart4715-E New Centre Dr.
Wilmington, NC 28403 • map(910) 452-4422

Having your pet groomed at PetSmart is easy. The grooming salon is open Monday through Saturday from 7 AM am to 9 PM and on Sunday from 9 AM to 6 PM. With seven full-time groomers, they offer a full-service salon for bathing, nail clipping, hair trimming and many other services,...more about PetSmart

Parks and Places to Walk Your Pet

Wilmington Dog ParkPark Ave. at Independence Blvd.
Wilmington, NC • map(910) 341-7855

It’s a doggie (and doggie owner) dream come true. The Wilmington Dog Park is a first for the city and offers 2 acres of fenced open space for Fido to run, play, chase the ball and socialize with other canines. There are even benches for humans to sit and relax. This...more about Wilmington Dog Park

Photography

Belinda Keller PhotographyWilmington, NC • map(910) 622-5122
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Belinda Keller Photography captures moments you never want to forget. From gorgeous, hip photos of families, pets, children and pregnant mothers to breathtaking portraits and head shots, Belinda Keller is able to make time stand still through her beautiful photography. Bookings are available seven days a week (except holidays) and are...more about Belinda Keller Photography

A Painted PortraitWilmington, NC • map(910) 675-3757 or 612-8373

Before photography, images of loved ones were preserved in portraiture. Artist Deborah McDuffie revives this timeless custom with pastel and mixed-media portraits of your family and pets. She uses lots of texture and elements of realism and the abstract to create a unique and interesting painting. She can create a portrait...more about A Painted Portrait

Sitting, Transportation, Day Care and Walkers

Best BuddiesWilmington, NC • map(910) 617-7387

Best Buddies Pet Sitting provides limited security measures for the home as well as pet-sitting services to dogs, cats, birds, small animals and reptiles. Services include feeding and watering, pet sitting, walking, play time, overnight care and transportation to vet or grooming appointments when necessary. Each visit is 20 to 30...more about Best Buddies

Kritter CareWilmington, NC • map(910) 620-9671

“Eat, Drink and Be Hairy” is the motto of Kritter Care. It’s also the name of the first service on the list of several that includes “Who Let the Dogs Out?” (a 30 or 60 minute individual walk), “Deja Poo" (multiple daily visits) and “See Ya Later Alligator” (one-way transportation to...more about Kritter Care

Trainers and Training

Dogtrain, Inc.1038 S. Kerr Ave.
Wilmington, NC 28403 • map(910) 395-4399

Diane Gallagher offers years of experience as a dog handler and trainer. Her passion for showing dogs won her numerous awards, including Best of Show for her own dogs as well as dogs in her care. At Dogtrain, Inc., Diane brings her knowledge of dogs and her training expertise together to...more about Dogtrain, Inc.

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